I absolutely love these cheesy pizza gems, not just because they’re easy to make, but because they’re one of the quickest snacks to whip up whenever I’m craving pizza. They’re a fun no-cook snack that gives you all the pizza-like flavors without the fuss. So, the next time you or your kids want a quick midday snack, you can put these together in no time!
They’re also a great lunchbox option for kids and a delicious one-bite appetizer for game days, movie nights, or casual get-togethers. All you need are your favorite savory biscuits, cottage cheese, veggies, and processed cheese. Wrap everything together, roll into bite-sized pizza gems, and you have a tasty snack the whole family will love.
Since these are completely no-cook, you can even prepare them ahead of time and enjoy them later. Give yourself just 15 minutes, and you’ll have a delicious snack ready to serve.
They taste great on their own, but you can also serve them with your favorite dipping sauce, store-bought dressing, or classic ketchup for an extra burst of flavor.
How to Make Cheesy Pizza Gems
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO MAKE THIS RECIPE
- 10 round savory biscuits of your choice
- ½ cup cottage cheese, grated
- ½ cup bell pepper, finely diced
- 1½ tablespoons fresh coriander, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Schezwan sauce
- 1 boiled potato, grated
- 1 teaspoon peri-peri spice mix
- Salt, to taste
Easy Step-by-Step Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, add the grated cottage cheese, diced bell pepper, chopped coriander, Schezwan sauce, grated potato, peri-peri spice mix, and salt. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
2. Take one savory biscuit and spread a spoonful of the cheese and veggie mixture evenly over the top. Repeat with the remaining biscuits.
3. Arrange the prepared biscuits on a tray or clean surface. Top each one with a generous amount of grated processed cheese.
4. Drizzle or top each pizza bite with classic ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Ready to Serve & Devour!
Your cheesy pizza gems are ready to serve! Enjoy them immediately, or store them at room temperature for a quick and delicious snack later.
Pro Tips for Better Results
- Assemble just before serving: You can prepare the cheese and veggie mixture ahead of time, but it’s best to assemble the pizza gems right before serving. This keeps the biscuits crisp and prevents them from becoming soggy.
- Make the cheese melty: For warm, gooey cheese, use a kitchen flame gun to lightly melt the cheese on top just before serving.
Cheesy Pizza Gems
Ingredients
Method
- In a medium bowl, add the grated cottage cheese, diced bell pepper, chopped coriander, Schezwan sauce, grated potato, peri-peri spice mix, and salt. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
- Take one savory biscuit and spread a spoonful of the cheese and veggie mixture evenly over the top. Repeat with the remaining biscuits.
- Arrange the prepared biscuits on a tray or clean surface. Top each one with a generous amount of grated processed cheese.
- Drizzle or top each pizza bite with classic ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy!